General Manager – Business Process & Finance Operations at Adexen

Responsibilities


The General Manager - Business Process & Finance Operations will be responsible for overseeing financial reporting processes, budgeting activities, internal controls, and business process improvement initiatives across the organization.
The role requires a hands-on and operational leader able to combine strong financial discipline with process optimization and business support capabilities, ensuring efficiency, compliance, and operational effectiveness.
The successful candidate will play a key role in enhancing financial systems, improving reporting accuracy, strengthening governance frameworks, and supporting the long-term growth and operational performance of the business in Nigeria.


Financial Reporting & Business Support


Oversee the preparation and delivery of accurate financial and management reporting
Ensure compliance with internal accounting policies, reporting standards, and financial procedures
Support budgeting, forecasting, working capital management, and financial planning activities
Provide financial analysis and operational insights to support management decision-making


Business Process & Internal Controls


Establish and strengthen financial accounting systems, policies, procedures, and internal controls
Drive continuous improvement initiatives across finance and operational processes
Ensure effective financial governance and compliance throughout the organization
Support the implementation and optimization of business and financial systems


Audit & Compliance


Coordinate internal and external audit activities in collaboration with senior management
Ensure adherence to corporate governance standards, financial controls, and regulatory requirements
Monitor operational and project-related financial performance to ensure alignment with approved budgets and objectives


Systems & Process Integration


Oversee integration between operational platforms and accounting systems
Ensure reliability, consistency, and efficiency of reporting tools and financial processes
Contribute to automation and process enhancement initiatives where relevant


Leadership & Team Management


Lead, organize, and develop finance and accounting teams
Promote strong operational discipline, accountability, and continuous improvement
Identify capability gaps and support training and development initiatives
Foster a collaborative and performance-driven working environment


Stakeholder Management


Act as a key business partner to the Managing Director and senior leadership team
Build effective working relationships across departments and with external stakeholders
Support operational management through proactive financial and business analysis


Desired Skills and Experience


University degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or related discipline
Professional accounting qualification such as ICAN, ACCA, CIMA, ANAN, or equivalent
Minimum 8 years of relevant experience within shipping, logistics, oil & gas, or service-oriented industries
Previous professional exposure to Nigeria or African markets is an advantage
Strong understanding of financial reporting, budgeting, audit coordination, and internal controls
Proven experience improving business processes, reporting structures, and operational efficiency
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving capabilities
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP / financial management systems